According to the scenario, Celtic head coach Martin O’Neill has confirmed that Larsson will return to the organisation as a senior coaching figure, marking an emotional reunion between one of Celtic’s greatest-ever players and the club where he became a legend.
Larsson’s name remains synonymous with Celtic. During his playing career in Glasgow, the Swedish forward became one of the club’s most prolific and admired players, producing unforgettable goals and helping Celtic achieve major domestic success.
Now, in this fictional scenario, the legendary striker would return with a completely different responsibility. Rather than wearing the famous green-and-white hoops as a goalscorer, Larsson would be expected to use his experience to guide and develop the next generation of Celtic players.
His potential presence around the training ground would be particularly valuable for younger attackers, who could benefit from learning directly from a player renowned for his movement, finishing and professionalism.
The announcement has understandably generated huge excitement among supporters. For many Celtic fans, Larsson is far more than a former player — he is a symbol of one of the most memorable eras in the club’s modern history.
A return to Celtic Park would therefore represent a remarkable full-circle moment.
O’Neill, who himself has a strong connection with Celtic, would reportedly view Larsson’s experience and understanding of the club’s culture as important assets as the team looks toward the future.
If the fictional appointment were to become reality, Larsson would have the opportunity to create a new legacy at Celtic — not by scoring goals, but by helping produce the players who could score them in the years ahead.
The King of the Park could be coming home — this time to build Celtic’s future from the sidelines.